Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Senior Automation Engineer - Automated Test Equipment

Controls & Automation EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRichmond Hill, ON, CanadaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Five or more years of hands-on controls, mechatronics, test, or automation engineering experience.
Experience developing PLC programs and HMI applications; Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC experience is preferred, and familiarity with Allen-Bradley or PILZ platforms is a plus.
Exposure to electrical test and automation equipment, including power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, variable-frequency drives, and pneumatic actuators.
Proficiency reading and building schematics for machines or printed circuit board assemblies, preferably using electrical computer-aided design software such as EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical.
Understanding of industrial communication protocols such as PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, and TCP/IP, and experience interfacing controllers with PCs, databases, or supervisory systems.
Exposure to functional safety design per ISO 13849-1 or similar safety standards such as IEC 61508 or IEC 61511.
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Research and specify electrical test equipment, including measurement equipment, power supplies, sensors, and input/output devices, to meet test requirements.
Develop PLC and HMI programs for automated tester control, primarily using Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC, with occasional use of Allen-Bradley and PILZ controllers.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.
Architect and implement communication interfaces between PLCs, test PCs, supervisory control systems, and databases to enable data acquisition and tester coordination.
Assist in designing schematics and layouts for industrial electrical control panels compliant with NFPA 79, NEC, and UL 508A.
Implement reliable industrial safety systems compliant with OSHA and the ISO 13849-1 functional safety standard to safeguard high-voltage and mechanical hazards.
Debug and optimize automated processes to minimize cycle time and maximize uptime, including characterizing equipment using statistical approaches such as GR&R and Cpk.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC is preferred.
Familiarity with Allen-Bradley or PILZ platforms is a plus.
Experience using electrical CAD software such as EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical is preferred.

Category	Manufacturing
Location	Richmond Hill, Ontario
Requisition ID	288906
Type	Full-time

Job Description

<p>We seek a highly motivated and hands-on engineer with an electrical and controls engineering background for a position in the Manufacturing Test Engineering group, a team focused on building robust, beautiful, data-centric automated testing equipment for Tesla’s power electronics and battery manufacturing lines. This team concentrates on mechanical, electrical, software, and controls of capital equipment for our production lines around the world. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the “machine that builds the machine,” working tightly with power electronics product design and manufacturing. The ideal candidate takes pride in their hands-on work, analytical ability, communication skills and attention to detail. They are equally comfortable designing electrical schematics and developing PLC/HMI control programs for automated test systems. They look forward to learning an incredible amount on the job and carrying responsibility within the team.</p>

Job Responsibilities

Research and specify electrical test equipment such as measurement equipment, power supplies, sensors, I/O devices, and other hardware to meet test requirements
Develop PLC and HMI programs for automated tester control, primarily using Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC, with occasional use of Allen Bradley and PILZ controllers
Domestic and international travel up to 20%
Architect and implement communication interfaces between PLCs, test PCs, supervisory control systems, and databases to enable seamless data acquisition and tester coordination
Assist in designing schematics and layouts for industrial electrical control panels which are NFPA79/NEC/UL508A compliant
Implement reliable industrial safety systems (OSHA compliant) to the ISO 13849-1 functional safety standard, safeguarding high voltage and mechanical hazards
Debug/optimize automated processes to minimize cycle time and maximize uptime, including characterization of equipment using statistical approaches (e.g., GR&R, Cpk)

Job Requirements

5+ years of hands-on controls/mechatronics/test/automation engineering experience
Experience developing PLC programs and HMI applications, preferably in Siemens TIA Portal and WinCC; familiarity with Allen Bradley or PILZ platforms is a plus
Exposure to electrical test and automation equipment including but not limited to power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, variable frequency drives, and pneumatic actuators
Proficiency reading and building schematics for machines and/or PCBAs, preferably in electrical CAD software such as EPLAN or AutoCAD Electrical
Understanding of industrial communication protocols (e.g., PROFINET, Ethernet/IP, OPC UA, TCP/IP) and experience interfacing controllers with PCs, databases, or supervisory systems
Exposure to functional safety design per ISO 13849-1 or similar safety standards (e.g. IEC 61508, IEC 61511)
Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Mechatronic Engineering, or equivalent experience

About the Company

Tesla

Makes electric cars, robotaxis and grid batteries

Tesla makes electric cars and batteries that store power for homes and utilities, and it develops self-driving software and humanoid robots. In 2023, its Model Y became the first electric vehicle to rank as the world's best-selling car. Buyers order the Model 3 sedan, Model Y SUV, or Cybertruck pickup directly from Tesla instead of through dealers, and they charge on its Supercharger fast-charging network. It also sells Megapack and Powerwall batteries, runs a robotaxi service, and charges drivers a monthly fee for self-driving software that still needs their supervision. Tesla was founded in 2003, with Elon Musk as its lead early investor and a recognized co-founder, and it is based in Austin, Texas.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Austin, TX
Founded: 2003

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